1958 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 55 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2013 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Eos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2578 mm |
