1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 955 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 106 L |