1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1952 Austin Princess
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1952 Austin Princess | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 35 | Princess |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |