1954 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3340 mm |
