1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
