1964 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 26 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 6 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 980 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Espace |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
