1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 638 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
