2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
