1957 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 56 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 49 kg more than 1957 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3042 mm |
