1975 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Austin Princess
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1957 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |
