1964 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 494 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Princess | Thesis |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |