1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 127 L |