1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1957 Austin Princess
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1957 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Coupe | Princess |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3360 mm |
