1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
