1957 Austin Princess vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 29 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | Princess | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2390 mm |