1963 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 40 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, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Holden Jackaroo.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Princess | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
