1959 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 516 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3198 mm |
