1956 Austin Princess vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1956 Austin Princess is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | Princess | TR3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2240 mm |