1964 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 35 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 66 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 1999 Daihatsu Move has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Princess | Move |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
