1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Fiat 125 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 125 | 15 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |