1950 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 167 L |
