1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 207 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | Terracan |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |