1958 Austin Princess vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 895 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Princess | Beretta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |