1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
