1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1958 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3023 mm |
