1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulia | Espace |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 77 L |