1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1951 Austin A 110. 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 1951 Austin A 110. 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 (576 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 167 L |
