1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi Coupe | 1956 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Coupe | Princess |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3360 mm |