1962 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 39 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3050 mm |
