1964 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 45 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2737 mm |
