1980 Audi UR vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 16 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, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Audi UR.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | Princess |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
