1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 1987 Renault Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
