1961 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Punto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 49 L |
