1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 178 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
