1964 Austin Princess vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Princess | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
