1954 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 44 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 1998 Subaru SVX 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. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | SVX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
