1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1961 Austin Princess

To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Austin Maestro 1961 Austin Princess
Make Austin Austin
Model Maestro Princess
Year Released 1988 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 2180 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 5470 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 26 L