1961 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 35 L |