1951 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Silverado |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |