1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 448 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 106 L |
