1957 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 48 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2690 mm |
