1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
