1952 Austin Princess vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 35 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 71 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11, 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, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | 11 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
