1961 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 41 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon, 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, 2002 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | Princess | Talon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |
