1959 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Citroen Multispace
To start off, 2008 Citroen Multispace is newer by 49 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 976 kg more than 2008 Citroen Multispace.
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, 2008 Citroen Multispace, 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 2008 Citroen Multispace. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Multispace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2008 Citroen Multispace | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Multispace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2700 mm |
