1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 30 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
