1951 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 34 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 805 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | 929 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
