1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
