1964 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 48 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2012 Dodge Journey 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. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Journey |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
