1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 23 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 337 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
