1964 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
