1961 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Princess | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
