1954 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1954 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Princess | 147 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1970 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
