2009 Acura MDX vs. 1955 Austin A 135
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1955 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
