1956 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 49 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 834 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2380 mm |