1956 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 56 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, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Panda |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |