1954 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 956 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Vectra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |