1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1557 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 127 L |
