1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1963 Austin Princess
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1963 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 90 | Princess |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3360 mm |