1954 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 57 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max, 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2788 mm |
