1961 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 518 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 59 L |
