1966 Audi Variant vs. 1951 Austin Princess
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 885 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1951 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | Princess |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
