1952 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 159 kg more than 1952 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Princess | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
