1963 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
