1961 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 49 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, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 956 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Citi |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 49 L |
