1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2610 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3490 mm |
