1951 Austin Princess vs. 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton is newer by 5 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 4,843 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 | 1956 Chevrolet Half-Ton | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Half-Ton |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |