1976 Renault 15 vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Alto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2180 mm |
