1957 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 45 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, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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, 2002 Seat Leon, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Princess | Leon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |