1964 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 26 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 1964 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | Princess | Impulse |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |