1964 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 37 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 866 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Princess | Cougar |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |