1958 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 48 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, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Holden UTE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Princess | UTE |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |