1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1992 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 Renault 25 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 25 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1992 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
