1959 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 952 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.

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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2009 Nissan Quest 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. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Austin Princess 2009 Nissan Quest
Make Austin Nissan
Model Princess Quest
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 3160 mm


 

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