1959 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | Ducato |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3460 mm |