1964 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Clio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
