1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
