1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
