1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
