1954 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 53 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, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2007 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
