1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 24 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), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 1999 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfetta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
