1951 Austin Princess vs. 1955 Volvo Duett
To start off, 1955 Volvo Duett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 Volvo Duett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1955 Volvo Duett | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | Duett |
Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |