1952 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 33 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 50 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
