1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 90 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
