1962 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1962 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Princess | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |