2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
