1951 Austin A vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |
