1952 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 60 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 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. 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, 2012 Renault Clio, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Princess | Clio |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |