1960 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Princess | V50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
