1964 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3270 mm |
