1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Tipo | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |