1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2814 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 167 L |