2006 Acura MDX vs. 1954 Austin A
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1954 Austin A | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| 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 | 253 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
