2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Austin Princess | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | Spider | Princess |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |