1961 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 46 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2007 Toyota Sienna 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. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
