2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 15 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 146 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
