1956 Austin Princess vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 989 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta, 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Princess | Beta |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2560 mm |