1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 106 L |