1976 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1952 Austin Princess

To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV. (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo GTV 1952 Austin Princess
Make Alfa Romeo Austin
Model GTV Princess
Year Released 1976 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1962 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 132 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 2180 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5470 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3360 mm


 

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