1952 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Focus |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |