1956 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Princess | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
