1963 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
