2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Austin Princess
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 46 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1959 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 1959 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | GTV | Princess |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3360 mm |