1964 Austin Princess vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 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, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 980 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | 25 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1200 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 | 72 L | 34 L |
