1962 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Princess | 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
