1961 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 52 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 786 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
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, 2013 Jeep Compass, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | Compass |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |