1956 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 45 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Princess | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |
