1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 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 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2880 mm |
