1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (172 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 620 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |