2000 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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, 2000 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 874 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
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, 2000 Audi A4, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | Princess |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3360 mm |