1957 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 56 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 943 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Sonic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2685 mm |