1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Austin Princess
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi Coupe | 1960 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Coupe | Princess |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |