2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Austin Princess
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTV | Princess |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |