2007 Acura TL vs. 1950 Austin A 90
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 40 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1950 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
