1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault Espace weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfetta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
