1962 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 43 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Princess | Galant |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |