1961 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 47 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | Liberty |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 74 L |