1951 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 61 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 155 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 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Princess | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2777 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 | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
