1959 Austin Princess vs. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman

To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess 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 79 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman, 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Austin Princess 1969 Austin Mini Clubman
Make Austin Austin
Model Princess Mini Clubman
Year Released 1959 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 39 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 638 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 3170 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2040 mm


 

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