1954 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Telstar |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |