1954 Austin Princess vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 29 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 32 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin Princess 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira. 1983 Holden Camira 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. 1983 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Princess | Camira |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |