1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 700 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1900 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |