1964 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest.
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, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Princess | Quest |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
