1963 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 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, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 730 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
