1952 Austin Princess vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 506 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | Princess | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |