1981 Audi UR vs. 1954 Austin Princess
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1954 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | Princess |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
