1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 152 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfetta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
