1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
