1954 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |