1971 Austin 3 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |