1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 636 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.

Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Lancia Aurelia 2002 Renault Grand Espace
Make Lancia Renault
Model Aurelia Grand Espace
Year Released 1955 2002
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 1869 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm


 

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