1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
