1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 522 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
