1951 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 51 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, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 657 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M.
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, 2002 Opel Concept M, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Concept M |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
