1956 Austin Princess vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess 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 82 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1469 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Princess | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2090 mm |
