1951 Austin Princess vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1964 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 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. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 785 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Princess | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
