2000 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Austin Princess
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 1959 Austin Princess | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | Integra | Princess |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3360 mm |