1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
