1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A135 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
