1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
