1963 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 39 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta 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 2002 Lancia Zeta.
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, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Princess | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
