1964 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 47 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, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2470 mm |
