1964 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 29 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 986 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |
