2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Pilot | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
