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 (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 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 646 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 278 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 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |