1960 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 40 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, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 702 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW.
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, 2000 Saturn LW, 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess. 2000 Saturn LW 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. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | Austin | Saturn |
Model | Princess | LW |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |