1956 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Focus, 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
