1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 992 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
