1985 Renault Espace vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 225 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
