1952 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 55 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 84 L |
