1989 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2180 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
