1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
