1961 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 136 L |
