1957 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 54 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, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |