1959 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2008 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Princess | Nitro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2768 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 | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |