1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
