1964 Austin Princess vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Micra is newer by 28 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 70 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1992 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Nissan Micra, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Micra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |
