1956 Austin Princess vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Princess | Actyon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |