1993 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1993 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Espace | 146 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
