1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1958 Austin Princess
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 990 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1958 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1800 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3360 mm |
