1954 Austin Princess vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1964 Trabant Universal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Trabant Universal, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Austin | Trabant |
Model | Princess | Universal |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2030 mm |