1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 60 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Orlando |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |