1964 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 49 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |