1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 540 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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi 375 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | 375 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 56 L |
