2009 Acura MDX vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 56 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 862 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 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
