1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (93 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
