2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Austin Princess | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | A4 | Princess |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 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 | 66 L | 54 L |