1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 200 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sprite | Pilot |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 77 L |