1963 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 399 kg more than 1963 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
