1952 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 52 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Toyota Soarer.
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, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1952 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | Soarer |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |