2005 Acura TSX vs. 1951 Austin Princess
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 1951 Austin Princess | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | TSX | Princess |
Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |