1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault Espace (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 286 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
