1959 Austin Princess vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1959 Austin Princess is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 910 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Princess | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2440 mm |
