1954 Austin Princess vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 27 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Princess | Newport |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3020 mm |