1964 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 36 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, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | Princess | EL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2619 mm |
