1951 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 58 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
