1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 660 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault 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, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 1997 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
