1951 Austin Princess vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 33 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | 600 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
