1954 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 58 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | C4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |
