1951 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (398 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 114 L |
