1964 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser 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 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 616 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
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 Chrysler Panel Cruiser, 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | Panel Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
