1983 Audi UR vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 19 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, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 880 kg more than 1983 Audi UR.
Because 1983 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, 1983 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | Princess |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
