1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | 15 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |