1960 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1986 Holden Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra, 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra. 1986 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1960 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Princess | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2420 mm |
