1964 Austin Princess vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 950 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
