1965 Abarth OT vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | OT | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
