1961 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 44 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Princess | Frontera |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |