1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2006 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
