1960 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 43 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, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | R2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
