1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | 25 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |