1964 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 723 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Princess | Sportage |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |