1962 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 48 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass.
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, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Princess | Compass |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |