1964 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 46 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, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | C-Max |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2788 mm |