1963 Austin Princess vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 32 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 35 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Princess | Pony |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
