1999 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 784 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3360 mm |
