1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 854 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
