1956 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 43 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, 1999 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 609 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Concorde, 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, 1999 Chrysler Concorde (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 1999 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1999 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
