1960 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 53 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent. 2013 Hyundai Accent 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. 2013 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | Princess | Accent |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |