1964 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 46 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Princess | Brera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
