1959 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Lada 2110
To start off, 2006 Lada 2110 is newer by 47 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) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Lada 2110. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada 2110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2006 Lada 2110. 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, 2006 Lada 2110, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada 2110. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada 2110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2006 Lada 2110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Princess | 2110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2500 mm |
