1999 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Austin Princess
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1957 Austin Princess | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Aceca | Princess |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3360 mm |