1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |
