1954 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 57 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo, 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
