1954 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 32 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 29 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Princess | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
