1960 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 7 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Princess | Sportage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |