1963 Austin Princess vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | 130 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
