1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 70 | Espace |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 77 L |