1961 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | Princess | Vue |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |
