1951 Austin Princess vs. 1984 Chevrolet Citation II
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Citation II is newer by 33 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 367 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Citation II.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Citation II, 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. 1984 Chevrolet Citation II has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Citation II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 1984 Chevrolet Citation II | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Citation II |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1588 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |