1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 731 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Aurelia | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |