1957 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan 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 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
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 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
