1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 56 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 730 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 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot 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 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 70 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 77 L |
