1964 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 27 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
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, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Princess | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |