1951 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 60 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2011 Ford Fusion 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. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
