1951 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 59 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150.
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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2010 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | E-150 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |