1952 Austin Princess vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Princess | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
