1962 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Austin Montego
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess 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 4 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 1985 Austin Montego | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | Princess | Montego |
Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |