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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (104 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 820 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (159 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
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 | 1568 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 77 L |