1963 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Mazda MPV.
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, 2003 Mazda MPV, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2003 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | MPV |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
