1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
