1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. 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 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Strada | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Strada | 25 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |