1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Giulietta | Espace |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |