1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 2000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 77 L |
