1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | GTA | 25 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |