1951 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 60 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Princess | Lancer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |