1951 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 56 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, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane, 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Megane |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
