1951 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 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 37 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Princess | Rocky |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |