1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 39 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Daimler | Toyota |
Model | Conquest | Prius |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |