1961 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 28 kg more than 1961 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Titan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 106 L |
