1959 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 819 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Princess | Altima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |