1960 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
