1960 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | CR-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2354 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |