1952 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | Golf |
Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2480 mm |