1952 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2002 Citroen Saxo is newer by 50 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 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2002 Citroen Saxo, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2002 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Princess | Saxo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2390 mm |