1959 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 50 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, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
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, 2009 Tata B-Line, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Princess | B-Line |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
