1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
