1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 482 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Indy | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
