1963 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | 25 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
