1958 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1999 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Princess | Avenger |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |