1951 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 59 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1951 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2010 Toyota Avalon 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. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
