1963 Austin Princess vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Princess | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2390 mm |
