1957 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 55 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | i20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2525 mm |