1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 135 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |
