1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 2 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, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | Princess |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
