2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1951 Austin Princess
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1951 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Avantissimo | Princess |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
