1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 2200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
