1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cinquecento | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
