1964 Austin Princess vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 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 36 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | 929 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
