2005 Acura TSX vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, 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 TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TSX | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
