1963 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 797 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |