1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 128 (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
