1965 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 56 L |
