1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Austin Princess
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 850 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | Princess |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3360 mm |