1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Renault Espace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 180 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1987 Renault Espace | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Espace |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |