1956 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 176 kg more than 1956 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |
