2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | Princess |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 34 L |
