1962 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Princess | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
