1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 744 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1956 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 164 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3360 mm |
