1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
