1964 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 41 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 99 kg more than 1964 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 99 L |
