1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Renault Espace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1987 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Aurelia | Espace |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |