1951 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 60 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 740 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2011 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Princess | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
