1964 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 38 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Princess | Equus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
