1957 Austin Princess vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 39 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 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 1996 Rover 400, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Princess | 400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2560 mm |