1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfetta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
