1957 Austin Princess vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 1991 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2560 mm |
