1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 2 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 132 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
