2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 20 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 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 | 1150 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
