1951 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, 1985 Chrysler Limousine is newer by 34 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 28 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Chrysler Limousine, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1985 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Limousine |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3330 mm |
