1954 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 58 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 773 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Cruze |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2685 mm |