1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 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 84 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
