1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
