1954 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 53 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 467 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | Trajet |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2840 mm |