1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2003 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
