1957 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Princess | 155 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
