1958 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 920 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | Levante |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2230 mm |