2004 Acura TL vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 818 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
