1964 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 43 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Princess | Clio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
