1969 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 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 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Fulvia | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Fulvia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
