2006 Acura RSX vs. 1959 Austin A 35
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 584 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1959 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RSX | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 26 L |
