1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 57 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 74 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Princess | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
