1956 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 56 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2012 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2012 Dodge Avenger 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. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Princess | Avenger |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2766 mm |