1952 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 58 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2010 Volvo XC60 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. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Princess | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
