2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 603 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Pilot | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
