1952 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 42 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, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 1994 Saab 900, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | Princess | 900 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |