2005 Acura RL vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 1947 Austin A 110 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 1947 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL, 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RL | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 34 L |
