1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Impreza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |