1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Renault 25.
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, 1987 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 34 L |
