1956 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 57 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 628 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Outback |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |
