1957 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 54 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, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 919 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Princess | Forte |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2649 mm |