1957 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 47 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 434 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Venture |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3080 mm |
