1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 580 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
