1963 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 39 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Princess | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
