1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Espace |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |