1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTA | Espace |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |