1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 806 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
