1987 Audi 200 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 704 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200, 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 200 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 200 | Princess |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
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 | 180 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3360 mm |