1952 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 41 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 867 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Princess | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
