1956 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 678 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 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer, 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2006 Ford Explorer 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. 2006 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
