1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1956 Austin Princess
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 39 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1956 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | Princess |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2184 kg |
