1960 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 768 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | GTI |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |