2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |