1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
