1960 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
