1959 Austin A 55 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 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 246 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 159 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 55 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |