1964 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1964 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |
