1958 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |