1999 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin Princess
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 39 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, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
