1954 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 175 kg more than 1954 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | Commander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2790 mm |