1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 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 |
