1952 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
