1960 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Mazda 323 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 323 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Mazda 323.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 323, 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 1997 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Princess | 323 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |