1959 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2003 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1959 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2800 mm |
