1960 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
