1952 Austin Princess vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4, 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, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Princess | J4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
