1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | 25 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |
