1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 51 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Princess | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
