1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Princess | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
