1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
