1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 54 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 565 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
