1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 25 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
