1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 205 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3330 mm |
