1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 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 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 145 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
