1956 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Lada 110
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 53 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2009 Lada 110. 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, 2009 Lada 110, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2009 Lada 110 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Princess | 110 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2500 mm |