1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2220 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 70 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 167 L |
