1964 Austin Princess vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 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 81 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 995 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
