1954 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3200 mm |
