1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
