1959 Austin Princess vs. 1992 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1992 Infiniti G20 is newer by 33 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, 1992 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 935 kg more than 1992 Infiniti G20.
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, 1992 Infiniti G20, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti G20. 1992 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1992 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | Princess | G20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2560 mm |