1963 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 4 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 728 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess. 1999 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
