2009 Fiat Linea vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Fiat Linea. 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Linea | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
