1963 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
