1964 Austin Princess vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 18 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 52 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 920 kg more than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2030 mm |
