1952 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Panda |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |