1959 Austin Princess vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro

To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 21 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 56 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Austin Princess 1980 Austin Mini Metro
Make Austin Austin
Model Princess Mini Metro
Year Released 1959 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1257 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 754 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2260 mm


 

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