1964 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod 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 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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 Toyota Pod, 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 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2002 Toyota Pod 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 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Pod |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
