1980 Austin Princess vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1980 Austin Princess and 1980 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Princess weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1980 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Princess | 1980 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Princess | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
