1957 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 55 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 229 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3200 mm |
