1954 Austin A vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A | Expedition |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 127 L |