1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 3 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, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3993 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
