1959 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 48 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Princess | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |