1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 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 216 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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 1955 Austin A 30. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 77 L |
