2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 17 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 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
