1954 Austin Princess vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | 9 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2490 mm |
