1987 Audi 80 vs. 1962 Austin Princess
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1962 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |
