1964 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | Princess | 500 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |