1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 555 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 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Flaminia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
