1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Espace is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2003 Renault Espace.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Espace. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2003 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
