1963 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 50 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, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Austin | Scion |
| Model | Princess | iQ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2000 mm |
