1954 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 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 32 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Princess | Sirion |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2440 mm |