1962 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Princess | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
