1957 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | 480 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |