1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
