1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Coupe and 1999 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Coupe | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |