1964 Austin Princess vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | 11 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2490 mm |
