1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 980 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, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault 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 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 83 L |
