1954 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 773 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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 Mercury Cougar, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Princess | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
