1971 Fiat 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 130 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
