2009 Acura RDX vs. 1952 Austin A 70
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1952 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RDX | A 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
