1959 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 52 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 571 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess. 2011 Mazda 6 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. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2789 mm |
