2006 Acura MDX vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
