1962 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 45 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 592 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Outback |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
