1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 439 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
