1951 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 54 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), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 428 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
