1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
