1957 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 53 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, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Antara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |