1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 55 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1951 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Escape |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |