1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. Both 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo and 1999 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 442 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Cuneo | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
