1956 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 45 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 851 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Princess | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2540 mm |
