1952 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 58 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 704 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 2010 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1952 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | Sonata |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2728 mm |