1951 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 45 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Princess | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
