1951 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 50 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Princess | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
