2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin Princess
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
