1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |
