1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 370 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
