1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 2600 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
