1961 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | SSR |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 95 L |