1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 372 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulietta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
