1961 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 804 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | GTI |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |