1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 972 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
