1956 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 469 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon. 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 Ikon, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Ikon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2490 mm |