1951 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 49 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 601 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2000 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) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
