1963 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1984 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 | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |