1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1954 Austin Princess
To start off, 1957 Austin A 55 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1954 Austin Princess | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 55 | Princess |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3360 mm |