1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
