1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 758 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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 1960 Austin A 40. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 83 L |
