1951 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 52 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, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
