1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 326 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
