1960 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Opa is newer by 41 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, 2001 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 950 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa.
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, 2001 Toyota Opa, 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa. 2001 Toyota Opa has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1960 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Opa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Opa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
