1964 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 493 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Kia Sportage 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. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Princess | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
