1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
