1951 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 54 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 245 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
