1962 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 50 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, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Suzuki Splash, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | Princess | Splash |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |