1959 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 34 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |