1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
