1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 870 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 1967 Austin A 60. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
