1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2141 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 167 L |
