1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 3 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 2200 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3360 mm |
