1952 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 46 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, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 925 kg more than 1998 Rover 600.
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, 1998 Rover 600, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Princess | 600 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |