1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 710 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 70 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
