1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 47 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1250 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 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 (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot 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 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 77 L |