1963 Austin Princess vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 32 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, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
