1962 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 49 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess. 2011 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1962 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | Princess | RDX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
