1961 Austin Princess vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Princess | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
