1983 Fiat 131 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
