2006 Acura TL vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 56 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 235 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, 2006 Acura TL, 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 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 | 1575 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
