1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 397 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
