1957 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 52 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2960 mm |
