1963 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 35 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 21 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Capa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |