1952 Austin Princess vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 24 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 618 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1976 Lancia Gamma, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Princess | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
