1952 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 34 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
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, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Croma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
