1957 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1957 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Princess | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
