1964 Austin Princess vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 40 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Princess | Musso |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
