1950 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A135 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
