1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2012 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Princess | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
