1957 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Princess | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
