1962 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 47 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |
