1951 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
