1960 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |