1954 Austin Princess vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1954 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3060 mm |
