1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 960 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Espace |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |