1952 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 59 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 658 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1404 mm |