1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
