1961 Austin Princess vs. 1988 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 644 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 1988 Buick Reatta | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Princess | Reatta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 69 L |