1960 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 38 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, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Saab 900i.
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, 1998 Saab 900i, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 1998 Saab 900i | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | Princess | 900i |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |