1961 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 25 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 77 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Princess | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |