2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 720 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.
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, 1994 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
