1964 Austin Princess vs. 1964 Autobianchi Primula
To start off, both 1964 Austin Princess and 1964 Autobianchi Primula were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 62 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1964 Autobianchi Primula | |
Make | Austin | Autobianchi |
Model | Princess | Primula |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |