1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Flavia | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |