1952 Austin Princess vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 37 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 883 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Beretta |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |