1957 Austin Princess vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 17 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 54 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | SP |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
