1990 Audi 80 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 26 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. 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, 1990 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 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 | 4490 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |
