1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. 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 (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | MGA | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
