1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto 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, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Picanto, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Princess | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2380 mm |
