1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 77 L |
