1956 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 334 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 384 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |