1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Espace |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |