1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
