1957 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 52 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 927 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Princess | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
