1952 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 51 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
