1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 884 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3490 mm |
