1961 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 46 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Ka |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
