1952 Austin Princess vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 36 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Kadett |
Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |