1956 Austin Princess vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 27 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1956 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Austin | Hummer |
| Model | Princess | H1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3310 mm |
