1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 677 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
