1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 60 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 830 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Bravo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |