1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 825 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
