1964 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 42 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, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 862 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
