1964 Austin Princess vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 15 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 40 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | 616 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2480 mm |
