2009 Acura MDX vs. 1955 Austin A 40
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 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 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 259 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 754 kg more than 1955 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 1955 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 (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 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 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | MDX | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| 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 | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
