1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 98 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 15 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
