1954 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3440 mm |
