1999 Acura SLX vs. 1963 Austin Princess
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 1963 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess. 1999 Acura SLX has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura SLX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1963 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | SLX | Princess |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3360 mm |
