1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. 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 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 30 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
