1964 Austin Princess vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | 500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
