1951 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | S60 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |