1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |
