1954 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 39 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, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | CRX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2380 mm |