1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 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 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 133 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
