1951 Austin A vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
