1957 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass 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, 2007 Jeep Compass 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Princess | Compass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
