1952 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 48 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, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 984 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Princess | Samara II |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |