1958 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | F-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3050 mm |