1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 1900 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
