1959 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 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 9 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. 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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Princess | 406 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |