1951 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Princess | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |