1956 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 43 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, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (138 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | Princess | Baleno |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2390 mm |