1956 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 51 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. 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, 2007 Ford Fusion, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2490 mm |
