1952 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 53 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, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Stream |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |