2007 Acura RL vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 543 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RL | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 34 L |
