1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 11 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
