1954 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 40 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, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 751 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Princess | 900 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |
