1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
