1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 615 kg more than 1976 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
