1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Austin Princess
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | 145 | Princess |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |