2009 Acura RDX vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 204 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 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 RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RDX | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
