1954 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 56 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 749 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | HHR |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2629 mm |