1975 Renault 15 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 55 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
