1954 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 46 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Princess | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
