1962 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 42 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra 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. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | Princess | Vectra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |