1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 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, 1963 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 2300 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 2300 | 15 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |