1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Barchetta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
