1959 Austin Princess vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | Princess | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2110 mm |