2005 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
