1951 Austin Princess vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 915 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
