1958 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra.
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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Vectra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |