1963 Austin Princess vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Austin Princess is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | 120 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |