1956 Austin Princess vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Princess | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
