1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |