1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
