2009 Acura TSX vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TSX | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | TSX | A 110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |