1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 127 | 25 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |