1956 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 46 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 978 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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, 2002 Dodge Neon, 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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2002 Dodge Neon 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. 2002 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2002 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Neon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
