1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 940 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Anglia 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 1957 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Espace |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |