1963 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess 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 16 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1990 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Princess | CX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |