1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 995 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
