1956 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 40 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 709 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Princess | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2480 mm |