1954 Austin Princess vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2340 mm |
