1962 Austin Princess vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Princess | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 26 L |
