1986 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Austin Princess
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 32 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, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1954 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3360 mm |
