1952 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Punto |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |