1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 55 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Princess | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
