1957 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra.
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, 1994 Opel Astra, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |
