1952 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 59 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande 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 676 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande 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, 2011 Fiat Grande 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 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
