1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 83 L |