1957 Austin Princess vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Austin | Trabant |
Model | Princess | P 50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2030 mm |