1956 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 266 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | XC60 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2774 mm |