1951 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. 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 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Pilot |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |