2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 18 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Barchetta | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
