1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 84 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |