1964 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
