1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |